Bella Freud clothing x School of Life: The Philosopher's Jumper

The rise of smart tech fashion trends has happened immeasurably quickly. Suddenly the Apple Smartwatch, smart bracelets by Opening Ceremony and Diesel Black Label are all over the catwalk, with many in the business of fashion preoccupied with what this will mean for the industry. Yet in amidst the whirring furl of progress has emerged the understated, intellectual, oh so cool Philosopher's Jumper by Bella Freud, in collaboration with The School of Life.

Morgwn Rimel, Director of the School of Life says “The black jumper has taken pride of place in the wardrobes of intellectual heroes as diverse as Herbert Marcuse, Iris Murdoch, Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre. We see ‘The Philosopher’s Jumper’ as an invitation for us to share in the philosophical life.” Freud adds “The black jumper is the ideal suit of armour to contain you while allowing you to free your thoughts. This is what I had in mind when I was approached by The School of Life to create ‘The Philosopher’s Jumper’. For all its simplicity there is nothing more alluring than a perfect jumper in black merino wool." 

As the daughter of artist Lucien Freud, Bella's creative credentials are well established. She is also a classic women's clothing designer in her own right. In 1990 her launched her eponymous label, which featured knitted dresses in bookish colours, mini tailored suits and a small selection of shoes and bags.Bella has also co-written and produced seven short fashion films, three of them with John Malkovich.  She made her directorial debut in 2013 with 'Girl Boils Egg' a two minute film featuring Punk, commissioned by Nick Knight  for SHOWstudio.com

The Philosopher’s Jumper, one of the most notable fashion collaborations of 2014, goes on sale in October and is available in a range of sizes for men and women, £150.